Sex Therapy
Sex therapy helps individuals and couples enhance sexual fulfillment and/or resolve sexual conflicts and problems. Solutions can vary from simple education to more extensive counseling around complex or longstanding issues. Strategies are tailored to the goals of the individual or couple seeking help.
Sex therapy maintains ethical boundaries and is sensitive to the personal values of the client. Techniques include relationship and intimacy enhancement, strategic reading, |
specific behavioral interventions, therapy groups and referral/consultation with other professionals. Sex therapy can be a catalyst for healing and enrichment in the crucial sexual component of intimate relationships.
Possible sex therapy issues include:
Possible sex therapy issues include:
Erectile dysfunction
Lack of sexual desire Problems of arousal Orgasmic difficulties Painful sex Inadequate frequency Sexual trauma |
Premature ejaculation
Extramarital affairs Gender identity issues Single adult concerns Marriage and menopause Sexual issues in aging Unconsummated marriages |
Performace anxiety & skill deficits
Psychological aspects of fertility Sexual addictions/obsessions Pornography/masturbation issues Unwanted same-sex attractions Unwanted sexual practices/behaviors Psych/relational problems caused by medical issues |